I Clicked a CBD Gummies Scam So You Don’t Have To

Introduction

CBD scams don’t usually look like scams. They show up as health articles, text messages, or ads that feel just credible enough to trust. This week I was targeted by one of these scams. 

I wanted to see exactly how these scams work, so I followed it all the way through. What I found is something every CBD consumer should be aware of. If you have friends or relatives who use CBD, it may be worth sharing this information with them. 

Are Dr. Oz CBD Gummies Legit?

Answer: No. Dr. Oz has never endorsed any CBD gummies or CBD products.

These ads use celebrities names, images, and branding without authorization. The goal is simple: borrow trust to lower skepticism. 

This is one of the most common patterns in supplement scams - especially in CBD.

If you see a celebrity tied to a product like this, assume it’s part of a marketing funnel, not a verified endorsement.

 

Did Shark Tank Endorse CBD Gummies?

Answer: No.

Shark Tank has never featured CBD gummies or CBD products.

Scam advertisements frequently claim that a CBD gummy brand was featured on Shark Tank to gain credibility. These claims are false and are part of a common marketing tactic used by affiliate scam funnels.

 

Are Dr. Sanjay Gupta CBD Gummies Legit?

No.

Dr. Sanjay Gupta has discussed cannabis and CBD publicly, but he has not endorsed specific CBD gummy products for sale online.

Scam campaigns often use his name alongside headlines about medical breakthroughs or documentaries to create a sense of legitimacy. In some cases, his image or quotes are taken out of context and placed into fake articles or promotional pages.

 

How the CBD Gummies Scam Works

Here is the exact path I followed: 

1. The Entry Point

A text message or ad links to what appears to be a health news article.

The page is designed to look like a legitimate media site. Logos, headlines, and formatting are used to create familiarity.

2. The Fake Article

The article tells a story:

• A “breakthrough” CBD product
• A celebrity endorsement
• Claims of dramatic results

There are no verifiable sources, no clinical references, and no way to confirm the story. This format is commonly used in affiliate funnels to simulate credibility.

3. The Redirect

Buttons inside the article lead to a sales page on a different website. 

Often, the domain changes during this step. This makes it harder to trace the product back to a single business entity. And it gives plausible deniability to the company that makes the gummies. They can say, "We didn't know that affiliate brand was using those tactics!" 

4. The Checkout Page

The final page presents the offer:

• Limited-time discounts
• Countdown timers
• Claims of limited inventory

At this stage, the goal is to reduce hesitation and move quickly to purchase. 

 

Is Life Support Labs Legit? 

There is no clear evidence that this product is backed by a transparent, accountable company.

Based on publicly available information, there are several concerns:

• No clear, verifiable company identity
• No consistent presence on major review platforms
• No independently confirmed lab testing
• Multiple domains used in the same funnel

There is also no meaningful footprint on platforms like the Better Business Bureau or other established consumer review systems like Trustpilot. Even small CBD brands usually have some presence on these platforms. 

Furthermore, in the ad pictured, there is no citation given for the medical claim in the headline and Herbal Edge has not been able to find any recent study supporting this claim.

This pattern is more consistent with direct-response marketing funnels than with a transparent CBD brand.

 

Red Flags to Watch For

If you see multiple signals like these, slow down:

• Celebrity endorsements that can’t be verified
• “News article” style landing pages
• No clear company information
• Redirects between multiple websites
• Urgency tactics (countdowns, limited supply claims)
• No accessible lab test results

Individually, these might not mean much. Together, they form a pattern. 

 

How to Protect Yourself (or Someone You Care About) 

These campaigns often target people who are less familiar with how online marketing works.

A few simple checks can prevent most problems:

• Don’t trust health claims from ads or unsolicited messages
• Avoid products tied to celebrity endorsements without verification
• Look for independent lab testing (COAs)
• Confirm there is a real company behind the product
• Take a moment before purchasing, urgency is part of the strategy

If something feels rushed or unclear, step back. 

If you know someone who uses CBD, consider sending them this article. These campaigns often target people who aren’t expecting them.

 

What Legitimate CBD Companies Do Differently

Not all CBD products are equal - but legitimate companies tend to follow the same basic standards:

• Transparent sourcing and manufacturing
• Third-party lab testing available to the public
• Consistent branding and business identity
• No reliance on fake endorsements
• Clear, accessible customer support

If those elements are missing, that matters.

You can see our list of CBD vendors who have passed our independent verification process here: Partner Brands - Herbal Edge 

 

How to Verify a CBD Product Before You Buy

If you’re unsure about a product, start here:

• Review lab results (COAs)
• Check for a real business presence
• Look for independent reviews - not just testimonials

Compare with known, established brands

We’ve put together a step-by-step process here:
👉 CBD Verification Guide

You can also review products we’ve already vetted:
👉 Trusted CBD Brands

If you want to learn more about how we verify products, you can read our Verified by Herbal Edge article.

 

Final Takeaway

Most CBD scams don’t look like scams at first. They look like helpful information and that’s the point.

Once you understand the pattern - ad, article, redirect, urgency - it becomes much easier to spot. And once you can spot it, you don’t fall for it.

 

The CBD Scam Investigation Continues

After seeing how convincing these ads have become, we decided to take the investigation one step further.

We ordered several of these gummies and are sending them to an independent laboratory to see what’s actually inside them.

When the results come back, we’ll publish the full report. Sign up for our newsletter to be notified when results are in: Herbal Edge Newsletter - Science & Industry News